The value of trees: Picking the right size for your landscape

Trees are often the focal point of our landscape; hopefully as an asset rather than a negative.

A well-mannered tree transforms the landscape, both in pleasure and property value. The key is careful selection: a choice tree, not just any bargain-basement one; one that thrives in our hot, dry summers, takes winter cold and wind.

Another key — plant it where it has room to spread out and grow. No raking branches against your home, no spreading suckers nor scattering…

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